{"product_id":"oden-french-borage-oil","title":"French Borage Oil 30 ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench Borage Oil by ODEN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of those plant oils where origin and quality make a real difference. The borage seeds come from Berry, France, and are cold-pressed directly on a family farm. The result is a virgin, unrefined oil with a fine texture and a characteristic green scent of freshly cut grass with a slightly mineral, iodine-like note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorage oil is particularly notable for its natural content of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egamma-linolenic acid (GLA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a relatively rare omega-6 fatty acid. Together with other plant lipids, it supports the skin barrier and helps the skin retain moisture more effectively. Especially\u003cstrong\u003e dry and mature skin benefits from improved softness, elasticity, and a pleasantly nourished feeling\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e virgin borage oil for the face and hair\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e especially suitable for dry, mature, dehydrated-looking, or dull skin\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro-age care:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e supports elasticity and firmness and reduces the appearance of visible signs of aging\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin barrier:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e supplies the skin with valuable lipids and helps reduce moisture loss\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fine and lightweight with a cared-for, silky finish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey component:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e naturally rich in gamma-linolenic acid from the omega-6 family\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScent:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e natural botanical scent with notes of freshly cut grass and a slightly mineral, iodine-like nuance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e virgin oil from first cold pressing, grown, pressed, and produced in France; COSMOS Natural certified by Ecocert\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe oil feels surprisingly lightweight. Two to three drops are enough for the entire face - ideal for anyone looking for concentrated lipid care without heavy, complexly formulated facial oils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso typical of the brand is the story behind the raw material: French borage cultivation had almost disappeared. At the family farm in Berry, work continued for decades to re-establish this crop in France. Cultivation and artisanal pressing take place close together there, and the virgin oils are produced in small batches. This combination of \u003cstrong\u003eregional botanical knowledge, short supply chains, and careful processing\u003c\/strong\u003e makes borage oil quintessentially ODEN.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey active ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench borage seed oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the plant oils with a particularly interesting fatty acid profile for dry and mature skin. Its lipids complement the skin's natural protective film, support the barrier function, and help preserve softness and elasticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGamma-linolenic acid (GLA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid and characteristic of high-quality borage oil. It supports an intact lipid barrier and is especially valuable for skin that feels dry, lacks elasticity, or appears rough and tight due to a lipid deficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural vitamin E\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e complements the borage oil with antioxidant protection. It helps protect the skin and plant lipids from oxidative stress and supports a soft, well-cared-for complexion.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the morning and\/or evening, apply \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2–3 drops to cleansed skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, first distributing them between your palms and then gently massaging them into the face and neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince a facial oil primarily provides lipids, it pairs particularly well with moisturizing skincare. For example, a hydrolat, facial mist, or hydrating serum can be applied before the oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the hair, apply \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–4 drops to the lengths and ends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse within 6 months of opening. For external use only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFind more suitable products in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/oel-und-serum\" title=\"Facial oils \u0026amp; serums\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003efacial oils \u0026amp; serums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. You can also learn more about choosing and correctly using plant oils in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/beauty-blog\/strahlend-schoene-haut-gesichtsoele-und-oel-serum-hybride\" title=\"Guide to facial oils\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eguide to facial oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French borage seed oil, vitamin E\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eINCI:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Tocopherol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e virgin plant oil from first cold pressing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat skin types is ODEN French Borage Oil suitable for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorage oil is particularly beneficial for dry and mature skin. It is also very suitable when the skin appears dull, dehydrated, or less elastic and needs more lipid care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes borage oil special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorage oil has an unusually high natural content of gamma-linolenic acid. This omega-6 fatty acid makes it a valuable lipid treatment for dry and mature skin and supports softness, the skin barrier, and elasticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes borage oil moisturize?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant oil itself supplies the skin with very little water. It primarily provides lipids and helps preserve existing moisture in the skin. For dehydrated skin, combining it with a hydrolat, hydrating serum, or cream is therefore ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs French Borage Oil heavy or greasy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Despite its intensely nourishing lipids, it has a comparatively fine and lightweight texture. Two to three drops are enough for the face and neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does borage oil smell like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unrefined oil has a green, botanical scent reminiscent of freshly cut grass, with a slightly mineral, iodine-like nuance. It contains no added fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan the oil also be used on the hair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Three to four drops can be sparingly worked into dry lengths and ends to give them softness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan French Borage Oil be used during pregnancy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, the oil can be used during pregnancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout ODEN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eODEN puts exceptional French plants at the heart of modern skincare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Instead of sourcing botanical raw materials from far away, the independent brand works directly with French farmers and producers and knows the origin, cultivation, and processing of many plants down to the individual farm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis philosophy is particularly tangible in the borage oil. The plants grow on a family farm in Berry, where borage was re-established as a French crop after decades of work. The seeds are cold-pressed there using artisanal methods, and the virgin oils are produced in small batches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe intentionally simple formulations give these high-quality raw materials the space they deserve. The result is skincare in which origin, freshness, and careful processing are not merely part of the story but determine the quality of the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/oden\" title=\"Discover all ODEN products\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover all ODEN products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32846001078353,"sku":"Artikelnummer: BL-3432290-Fre","price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/8486\/3029\/files\/oden-french-borage-oil-30-ml-103492.jpg?v=1729114049","url":"https:\/\/blindabeauty.com\/en\/products\/oden-french-borage-oil","provider":"Blanda Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}